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Use the Classroom Timer when you only need one countdown block instead of a multi-section exam timer.
Free Exam Timer Online for SAT, GRE, IELTS & Custom Sections
ClassroomTimers is a free exam timer online for multi-section mock tests—no app or account required. Pick an SAT, GRE, IELTS, or Custom preset in Settings, adjust section names and minutes, then run a fullscreen section-by-section countdown with chimes at each transition.
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Why use an exam timer for mock tests?
A generic classroom countdown is hard to read from the back row and easy to lose during a long mock test. Exam timer is built for invigilation: large digits, a centered section label, total remaining time in the header, and simple Start / Pause / Cancel controls.
Switch to fullscreen on a projector or interactive board and the page chrome disappears. Use the toolbar wake-lock toggle on supported browsers to keep the display awake. Exam timer runs without an account or install, so shared lab machines are fine.
- Section-aware exam timer with the active block name centered above the countdown.
- Total remaining time and per-section duration stay visible, even while paused.
- Yellow digits in the last five minutes and red in the last minute for long sections.
- Short chime at every section change and a longer chime when the full sequence ends.
Which SAT, GRE, and IELTS exam timer presets are included?
Four presets cover common standardized formats and remain fully editable. SAT loads Reading and Writing 32, 32 and Math 35, 35. GRE loads Analytical Writing 30, Verbal 18, 23 and Quantitative 21, 26 (1h 58m total). IELTS pre-fills Listening 30, Reading 60 and Writing 60. Custom gives three 25-minute blocks for study sprints or practice drills.
Presets only save typing. After you select one in Settings, rename any section or change minutes in Exam Sections list. Your layout is stored locally in the browser, so a refresh during prep does not erase saved section settings.
- SAT exam timer: Reading and Writing 32, 32; Math 35, 35 (4 modules, 2:14).
- GRE exam timer: Analytical Writing 30; Verbal 18, 23; Quantitative 21, 26 (5 sections, 1:58).
- IELTS exam timer: Listening 30, Reading 60, Writing 60 (3 sections).
- Custom exam timer: three 25-minute sections you can rename freely.
How do I build exam sections in Settings?
Open Settings from the toolbar to reach Quick presets and Exam Sections editor. Add up to ten sections, rename them, and set minutes for each block before you press Start. Remove a row with × and watch the Total update instantly.
Once a countdown session is running, section inputs lock so nobody can change the schedule mid-session. Press Cancel or Reset Timer to return to setup and edit the layout again.
- Up to 10 sections per exam timer session.
- Inline name and minute editing with a live Total readout.
- Inputs lock while the countdown runs; unlock after reset.
How to run exam timer on a projector
Open /timer/exam-timer, choose a preset in Settings, review sections, then press Start. The clock moves to the top-left corner, the section name sits in the center of the running card, total remaining time appears on the left, and a short chime plays on every section change.
Pause for announcements or interruptions; Resume continues from the same timestamp. Cancel stops the session and returns to setup while keeping your saved section layout in the browser.
- Preset → edit sections → Start launches exam timer.
- Pause and Resume without losing progress.
- Cancel returns to setup; local layout persists.
When should I use an exam timer instead of a single countdown?
Choose exam timer when you need named sections, automatic transitions, and a visible total remaining time across multiple blocks—mock SAT, GRE or IELTS runs, certification drills, or any multi-part quiz.
Use the Classroom Timer on the home page when you only need one continuous countdown. Exam timer stays minimal: no streaks, no achievements—just a readable display, section labels, and optional chimes for proctors and trainers.
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Exam Timer FAQ
- Is exam timer free?
- Yes. Exam timer runs in your browser with no account or download.
- How many sections can exam timer handle?
- Up to 10 sections per session. Use + Add Section in Settings and edit names and minutes inline.
- Can I edit sections while exam timer is running?
- No. Inputs lock during a session to prevent accidental changes. Press Reset Timer to return to setup.
- Does the SAT exam timer preset match real timing?
- The SAT exam timer starts with Reading and Writing modules of 32 minutes each and Math modules of 35 minutes each. Adjust any value to match your practice rules.
- Is there a GRE exam timer preset?
- Yes. The GRE exam timer loads current standard timings for Analytical Writing, two Verbal sections, and two Quantitative sections, totaling 1 hour 58 minutes.
- Does the IELTS exam timer cover Reading and Writing?
- Yes. The IELTS exam timer preset uses Listening 30, Reading 60 and Writing 60. Add Speaking or breaks if your practice plan needs them.
- Will exam timer stay accurate in a background tab?
- Yes. Exam timer uses absolute end timestamps, so background throttling does not slow the countdown.
- Does exam timer play music?
- No. Exam timer stays quiet except for short section chimes and a final completion chime.
- How do I keep the screen awake?
- On supported browsers, toggle Keep screen on in the toolbar before you press Start.